Team
To create a tower that is both mindful of the environment and the residential experience, leading architects, designers, and environmental experts aligned. From the residence’s physical structure to the captivating interiors and landscaping, Ālia is destined to become an icon in the city for generations to come.
Development Team VideoDeveloper
Kobayashi Group
Alana Kobayashi Pakkala
CEO
Alana Kobayashi Pakkala is the CEO of Kobayashi Group LLC, with over two decades of experience in Hawaiʻi real estate development. Since 2020, she has guided the creation of more than 2,067 residential units, balancing 40% luxury and 60% affordable housing, which has contributed to $2.22 billion in real estate activity. Her work spans the residential, hospitality, retail, non-profit, and government sectors, with notable projects including Park Lane Ala Moana, Hale Kālele, and Hyatt Andaz Maui.
Born and raised in Honolulu, Alana is a graduate of Punahou School and earned her degree cum laude from Georgetown University. She is dedicated to creating best-in-class, sustainable projects that enhance the quality of life in the islands. Her community involvement includes serving on the Board of Directors for Kapiʻolani Medical Center for Women and Children and O‘ahu Transit Services Inc. Honored with the Woman of Distinction Award from the Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi, Alana values integrity and collaboration in her efforts to support local communities.
Lead Architect
WRNS Studio
Adam Woltag
Design Partner & Architect
Curious and committed to crafting a sustainable future, Adam Woltag, Design Partner and architect at WRNS Studio, has taken Ālia’s initial vision to new heights. Regarded for his keen ability to create functional structures that feel like works of art, all the while remaining mindful of the environment, Adam is reshaping the city skyline into something that we can all be proud of for generations to come.
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Interior Designer
The Vanguard Theory
Michelle Jaime
Principal
As president and creative director of the award-winning, Honolulu-based interior design firm The Vanguard Theory, Michelle Jaime is regarded for her keen eye and her innate ability to bring a fresh, authentic perspective to her work. By effortlessly weaving contemporary design and storytelling with a place-based approach, Michelle creates a world inspired by nature and the history of the land, brought to life with a modern aesthetic.
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Art Curator
Kelly Sueda
An internationally renowned art curator and ambassador of Hawai‘i’s creative community, Kelly Sueda understands the power of public art. By situating works from both local and international artists alike in common areas and unexpected spaces, Sueda creates artistic focal points within the property, elevating the everyday living experience of residents.
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